Bold Moves Ballet Debuts & Other Fun Things To Do This Weekend

Plus an fun evening hearing from local poets upstairs at Time Out bookstore

Thursday Aug. 22, 2019

Jordan Rakei The New Zealand-born, Australia-raised vocalist, instrumentalist and producer is on his way back from living in London and touring globally to refresh his Kiwi roots. Jordan will perform his latest album, Origin, which tackles our modern obsession with technology in both Auckland and Wellington. Auckland's Powerstation on August 23 and at Wellington's San Fran on August 24. Tickets from Aaaticketing.co.nz

We Will Rock You at Bruce Mason CentreIf you loved the Bryan Singer directed Queen biopicBohemian Rhapsody, don't miss even more Queen on the big stage. The smash-hit West End musicalWe Will Rock Youreturns to Auckland for a season in August and September. August 20 – September 7. The Promenade, Takapuna. Tickets atAucklandlive.co.nz

RNZB Bold Moves at ASB Theatre This colourful dance show brings to the stage George Balanchine’s iconicSerenade, along with works by choreographers William Forsythe and Andrea Schermoly. The piece sees 26 dancers transported by Tchaikovsky’s Serenade for Strings, moving in sweeping patterns through time and space.August 23 – August 25. Aotea Centre, CBD. Tickets at Ticketmaster.co.nz

Soft 'n' Hard at Q TheatreHusband and wife duo Jo Randerson and Thomas LaHood stage an hour of "wild, courageous" comic theatre that combines clowning, authentic awkwardness, and the vulnerability of their 10 years of marriage to delve into the difficulties of gender construct. Settle in for a show that will keep you guessing. August 20 – August 24. 305 Queen St, CBD.Tickets at Qtheatre.co.nz

Time Out's Poetry Showcase Time Out's annual showcase of local poets will hear from some new and diverse voices in the industry, and it's a chance to meet some new like-minded friends. A $5 donation will get you in the door, plus a cool zine, and snacks. BYO wine and beer. This year's line up includes Vanessa Crofskey, Jeffrey Paparoa Holman, Simone Kaho, Cait Kneller, and Courtney Sina Meredith. Friday August 23, 6.30-8pm. 432 Mt Eden Rd, Mt Eden

Fried chicken and beer is on the menu at La Fuente Wine & Mezcal every Saturday afternoon in August. Photo / Supplied

Nathan Haines at The CivicStart Saturday night with some quality sounds from New Zealand's biggest-selling jazz artist Nathan Haines who will perform his debut album Shift Left with a live band. The evening of esteemed music will be performed in The Civic so it's bound to be an extra special treat.Saturday August 24, 7-10pm. Cnr of Queen Street &, Wellesley St W.Tickets fromLivenation.co.nz

Avantdale Bowling Club at The PowerstationTom Scott's jazz-inspired hip-hop project Avantdale Bowling Club will perform a one-off show at Auckland's Powerstation on Saturday. Judging by the fact the gig is now sold-out, fans have been waiting to hear it.Saturday August 24. 33 Mount Eden Rd, Eden Terrace